School Board Meeting 9-15-26

The Bentonville Schools Board held a meeting on September 15, 2026, where they discussed several key topics including the approval of the 2026-27 proposed budget and financial reports. The budget presentation highlighted continued student enrollment growth, revenue sources including local property tax assessments, and significant expenditures such as staff salaries, debt payments, and capital projects. The board approved a $273.7 million budget with $260.8 million in expenses, including a $7.4 million allocation for staff raises and $13 million planned transfer to the building fund for future construction. Capital improvement projects mentioned included roofing, HVAC, athletics and arts expansions, and bus purchases with a focus on modernizing the fleet. The board also approved a $28,235 payment for a utility easement with the City of Bentonville. Additionally, the meeting recognized academic achievements and discussed grant application streamlining. Motions to approve the budget, financial reports, easement transaction, and personnel matters were all passed unanimously.